The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists is a labor organization representing Black union members and allies. It advocates for economic, political, and social justice, with a focus on improving opportunities for Black workers, increasing union participation in voter engagement, and advancing civil rights and community well-being.
Labor rights, worker organizing, civil rights, voting rights, economic justice, public education funding, job training, anti-poverty policy, health and social safety-net programs
Primarily supported by member dues and affiliated labor unions
Affiliated with national and international labor unions; prominent leaders include Rev. Terrence L. Melvin, Clayola Brown, Henry Nicholas, Lew Moye, Gwend Johnson, Jimmy Settles, and Robert Simpson
Non-profit labor organization
